Masters’ Union Admission Criteria PGP TBM 2022-23

Admission Process

Step 1

Submit the PGP TBM online application along with the following:

Documents Required

Latest Resume (while we recommend this format -you’re free to choose your own formatting as long as it’s clear and concise) Download Sample
Up to 2 References from any of the following:
- Direct Managers
- VCs or Angel Investors
- Mentors
- Teachers or Professors (undergrad level and above)
- Customers or Partners
The Essay Section:
You will get several prompts in the essay section, some of which will be text-based and some video-based. Each question will indicate if the response is compulsory or optional.
- For text based responses, there is a word limit of 150 words
- For video based responses, the video must be a maximum of of 2 minutes in length
Supplementary information
- We would love to get to know you better. If you feel that there you need a space to talk about something the application form has not covered, regarding educational/professional gaps, medical history, etc. please let us know via an essay/video response in the document upload section.

Step 2

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Step 4

Dates & Deadlines

Rounds	Deadline	MU-BAAT	Interviews	Application Fee	Apply Now	Admission Fee Deadline	Commencement
Round 1	22nd January	28th/29th January	February	INR 3000	apply now	March	June
Round 2	2nd April	8th/9th April	May	INR 3000	TBD	May	June

Experience a Masters' Union Class

Timing: 1 hr 30 min

Join us in a Masters’ Union classroom, engage with exceptional business practitioners and CXOs, participate in hands-on business activities and challenges, and meet our current cohort.

Please keep the following guidelines in mind while visiting campus:

Kindly reach at least 15 minutes before the session starts, we do not encourage late-comers.
Please assume a fly-on-the-wall approach while attending the session, by being a silent, non-participatory observer.
Please ensure that your phones are switched off during class.
At the end of class, please join the admissions team for a guided tour of the campus. They will also be happy to answer any queries you might have.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at admissions@mastersunion.org

Schedule a visit to the Masters’ Union Campus

Timing: 30 min, 12 pm onwards Monday - Saturday

Located at the heart of business the Masters’ Union campus is part entrepreneurial hub, part classroom, part business playground. Don’t believe us? Come see it for yourself.

The best way to experience the Masters’ Union culture is by visiting our campus and meeting our student entrepreneurs.

Join us for a private tour of the Master’s Union campus spread across Towers A and C in DLF Cyberpark, Gurgaon.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at admissions@mastersunion.org

Who are we looking for?

You are an ideal Masters’ Union candidate if:

You have made the best use of the opportunities available to you.

We understand that we all come from very different contexts and backgrounds, and hence, we all had different opportunities & resources growing up. What matters is whether you made the most use of what was provided to you. Just having attended a top University is not enough - did you leverage that opportunity to the fullest is what matters. Similarly, having attended an ‘unbranded’ is not a disadvantage, if you were engaged, participative and left an impact there.

You are open to opposing viewpoints & new ideas

If you’re up for a good & healthy debate and are ready to consider/accept others’ point of views, you will be able to evolve much faster as a human being. You will also be able to make the most of your Masters’ Union experience.

You are humble and open to being coached

If you know what you don't know and are ready to learn to fill the gaps, you will be able to soak in more knowledge from your peers and masters.

You are curious to learn new things

If unanswered questions keep you up at night and if you feel the need to google any questions, thought or idea that enters your mind, you will be able to better make use of the information disseminated in a typical Masters’ Union classroom.

You are motivated to create impact

Masters’ Union will throw a lot of challenges at you and you will need to be motivated to work on them and collaborate with your peers. You cannot be holding your peers back due to a lack of motivation.

You exhibit strong leadership performance and potential

We know leadership is manifested through different forms - entrepreneurial ventures, captaining sports teams or volunteer projects, etc. Masters’ Union is looking for students who are driven to tackle challenging problems and leave the world a better place.

FAQs

Does Masters' Union have a cut-off for GMAT, GRE or CAT?

Masters’ Union follows a holistic evaluation approach. Our evaluation is based on a combination of your application, essays, exam scores and interview performances. However, if you feel that your GMAT/CAT/GRE scores are not competitive enough, we encourage you to appear for our own internal entrance examination, the MU-BAAT. We do not accept NMAT scores.

How many years of work experience do I need to be admitted?

Work experience is not a mandatory requirement for admission. Applicants in their final year of graduation with demonstrable maturity and leadership experiences are encouraged to apply.

What is the typical student's profile at Masters' Union?

We have a diverse student body in terms of geographical, educational and professional backgrounds. We don’t have any ‘typical’ student profile.

What's the minimum qualifying GPA?

Are any of the rounds more or less competitive than others?

Each round is equally competitive. The acceptance ratio is the same for all rounds. Most importantly, you should dedicate enough time and thought to your application so that it accurately represents your strengths and talents.

However, if scholarships are a priority, we encourage you to apply in Round 1.

What is your hostel fee refund policy?

If there is a reduction in your hostel occupancy period (by more than a month) due to late commencement of the programme, a refund will be made on a pro rata basis at the end of the programme. However, refunds will not be applicable if net occupancy periods are the same due to restructuring timelines.

No refund shall be made if you choose to spend your industry interface module outside Gurugram, since the hostel charges correspond to your holding the property for a continued period of 16 months. A pro rata refund can be made only for the laundry and catering charges (in case it has been paid for upfront) if you choose to pursue your industry interface module outside Gurugram.

No refund shall be made in case a student is made to evacuate the hostel on disciplinary grounds.

Can I defer my admission offer from Masters' Union to the next year?

Currently, we are not offering the option to defer the admission offer. Those who cannot join the programme in the current year are advised to apply again for the next year.

Masters’ Union Refund Policy

The following refund policy will be applicable to the programme fee:

The admission fee, also referred to as the token fee, is non-refundable.

Pre-commencement - In case a student has to withdraw from the programme before the commencement, for either academic, personal, or administrative reasons, only 50% of the tuition and hostel fee will be refunded. 100% of the lifelong union membership fee in addition to food and laundry fee will be refunded.

Post commencement - In case a student has to withdraw from the programme, for either academic, personal, or administrative reasons, only 50% of the tuition and accommodation fee will be refunded on a pro-rata basis, along with 100% of the lifelong union membership fee.

A pro-rata refund will be proportional to the number of terms spent by the student at the programme before opting to drop out. To illustrate, if the tuition fee amount payable for a candidate for our 8-term PGP-TBM were INR 8 Lakh, and a student chose to drop out in the fourth term, s/he will be eligible for a refund of INR 2 lakh. The food, and laundry will be refunded on a pro-rata basis.

No refund shall be made in case a student is expelled from the programme on disciplinary grounds.

Can I get my profile evaluated?

Feel free to connect with the admissions team to understand your fitment with the programme. While you are welcome to send your CV to admissions@mastersunion.org for a preliminary conversation. Due to a large volume of requests, we will not be able to guarantee a response to each query that is sent to us. We would request that you join our regular webinars for a deeper engagement with the admissions team.

I’ve just completed/will be completing my undergraduate studies. Is Masters’ Union a right fit for me?

Work experience is not a mandatory requirement for admission. If you feel you have demonstrable leadership potential along with meritorious academic accomplishments, we encourage you to apply to Masters’ Union! Freshers from our founding cohort have had unparalleled career trajectories with our average package for freshers at INR 23.20 Lakhs.

Are all candidates interviewed?

Post the application and examination stage, candidates are shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates are invited for a panel interview.

Is there an age limit for entry?

There is no age limit for entry. However, the programme is most suitable for those who are at an early stage in their careers. If you have more work experience, we encourage you to get in touch with the admissions team, who will evaluate your profile and advise you accordingly.

I have very little (or no) work experience. How will that impact my placement prospects at Masters' Union?

As a candidate with less than 2 years of experience, you will not be competing for jobs with more senior peers. Companies offer jobs relevant to different experience bands (0-2 years, 3-5 years, 5-8 years, 8+ years, etc). Organisation would focus more on your skill set as compared to your past experience.

However, for freshers from our founding cohort, we witnessed an average salary of INR 23.20 Lakhs, with placement in prestigious companies.

I don't have a business background. Will this impact my chances for admission?

We value diversity at every level and welcome applications from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds, including the arts, law, medicine, military, non-profit, etc. As with all candidates, we will be looking for demonstrable leadership potential, and will consider this in conjunction with your professional experience and past performance, when assessing your application.

I don't have an undergraduate degree. Can I still be considered for admission?

Yes! While the vast majority of our participants have undergraduate and/or advanced degrees, this is not compulsory for admission. Candidates who do not hold an undergraduate degree, but who have an excellent career record, examination scores and leadership potential are also welcome to apply.

If my application has been unsuccessful, may I reapply in the next round?

No, you cannot reapply in the next round. Unsuccessful applicants can reapply for the next intake, next year. Re-applicants are requested to submit a new online application unless otherwise indicated.

Please exercise your own judgement in deciding if you have made any significant changes in your new profile since your first application, that would make a significant difference to your admissions chances.

How strict are the application deadlines?

Our deadlines are non-negotiable. Applications must be completed and submitted by midnight (Indian Standard Time) to be included in the ongoing round. A complete application includes the online form, valid test scores, all supporting documents, references, essays and payment of the application fees.

Can you give me more details about the MU BAAT examination?

The Masters’ Union Business Administration Admissions Test, is an examination designed along the similar lines of any other management entrance examination. We evaluate your analytical and verbal skills along with your business acumen through a caselet analysis.

We’d encourage you to prepare by brushing up on key mathematical concepts, along with trusting your robust reading habit! Applicants should be familiar with reading and analyzing acclaimed literature, editorials and opinion pieces.

The MU BAAT will be conducted 7 days after the completion of the admission deadline.

How should I approach the essay section?

The essay section in your application section requires careful consideration and thought. We’re looking for clarity, conciseness and cohesion in your arguments as well as in the structure of your essay. Most importantly, we encourage you to bring out your most authentic self through these essays to give us the best understanding of your thought process, critical thinking and communication skills.

I am from a Non-Tech background, Is Masters’ Union a right fit for me?

We understand the apprehension that students coming from non-tech backgrounds might experience. While the program might have the word ‘technology’ integrated within it, we’d like to outline that our programme is far more holistic in what it encompasses.

Masters’ Union doesn’t focus on creating deep-learning engineers within one year. We understand that studying technology across 16-months won’t have the same or similar learning outcomes as a four year computer science engineering degree. We try and ensure our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to work on tech tools, but, as leaders at the intersection of business, technology, design, marketing and many more - we believe it is only one out of the several toolkits you will need to acquire at Masters’ Union.

We’re aware that students in our cohort come from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. Our academic pedagogy and our Masters take this into account when designing their courses, ensuring that the material that is being taught in the classroom is of relevance to everyone.

Application Guide

Guidelines for the MU-BAAT examination

To be announced

Here are the guidelines for the MU BAAT examination -

Registration & Fees : All candidates who complete and submit their admissions application are automatically registered for the MU BAAT examination, provided the student has indicated the preference in their application form. There is no additional fee for the MU BAAT examination and is covered within the INR 3000/- cost of the admissions application.

Timelines :The MU BAAT will be conducted 7 days after the completion of each admission round. Candidates will have an option to choose a timeslot to take the examination on the day the exam is scheduled.

Logistics : The MU BAAT is an online examination that can be taken from your laptop/desktop and requires a secure internet connection. It is a proctored examination, which closely tracks the candidate's behaviour during the course of their attempt, and requires access to the laptop/desktop webcam and microphone.

Calculators are neither allowed nor required, but candidates can use 2-3 plain sheets of paper to solve the test.

Scores : There is no cut-off for the MU BAAT examination. It provides the admissions committee with an insight to a candidate's verbal and analytical skills along with their creativity.

Prep : The MU BAAT examination provides a benchmark of your analytical and verbal skills and is designed on a similar basis to other management aptitude examinations.

Any individual with a knowledge of high-school mathematical fundamentals along with a strong appetite for reading first-rate literature from diverse sources should find the examination appropriate for their skill level.

Structure : The MU BAAT examination will be divided into two phases -

1 hour examination testing your verbal and analytical skills
1 hour examination testing your creativitys

Both phases of the examination will have to be completed in the same testing window. Candidates can choose if they wish to break between both phases.

Our Policy on Entrance Exams and Cut Offs

Here is a brief summary of our entrance examination policy -

We conduct an internal admissions test, MU BAAT, or Masters’ Union Business Aptitude Admissions Test.
The only examination scores we take as exceptions to the MU BAAT are valid GMAT, GRE or CAT scores, who can apply with the score of their choice and can choose to opt out of the MU BAAT examination.
We do not accept NMAT scores.
For all other candidates -
- If you have not taken any entrance examinations, you can apply and will have to take the MU BAAT examination
- If you have taken any examination apart from the GMAT, CAT or GRE, you can apply and will have to take the MU BAAT examination
- Even if you have a valid GMAT, CAT, GRE score and you feel you score isn’t competitive, you can choose to take the MU BAAT examination

Cut-offs : Masters’ Union does not declare cut-offs for any examination. Our admissions evaluation process looks at a holistic evaluation of a candidate’s profile and their selection depends on a number of factors including their academic background, work experience (if applicable), essays, extracurricular activities, examination scores, interview performance and more!
The average GMAT score from our first two cohorts was 710. It is upto the candidates discretion to interpret the average score in perspectives of other examinations. Do know that anyone has the option to sit for the MU BAAT examination, should they feel their score in the GMAT, GRE or CAT examination isn’t competitive enough.

Tips for the Essay Section

What we’re looking for -

Clarity and consistency in your thoughts, arguments and in the structure of your responses.
High quality critical thinking skills and how deeply you’ve engaged with the prompts.
High quality communication skills and how you’ve framed your responses.

Format of submission -

There will be three responses -

Written response of no more than 150 words
PDF response of no more than 1 page
Video response of no more than 90 seconds in length

Responses to all prompts are mandatory.

Prompt #1

Prompt - You need to submit your response in text format, you can either type your response directly in the text field or compose it in a separate document, which you can copy and paste back into your application.

Prompt #2

(a) 1 page PDF response or Q2
(b) You need to submit your responses in a video format.

Prompt #3

Prompt - (90 sec video/reel response) Describe a concept, event, application, framework from business/tech through a video response. You're free to make a reel and tag us on Instagram, along with your file submission.

How to approach the references section

Here are the guidelines for the references section -

Who to choose?
The reference section collects contact information about your referral, based on the individual you choose. We’d encourage you to choose a manager, mentor, investor, professor, etc. who you’ve worked closely with and can have a conversation/reply to a questionnaire about your strengths, weaknesses and past experiences.

Process

You will need to submit only the contact details of the referrals .
You do not need a ‘letter of recommendation’ from your referral, either physical or digital.
Masters’ Union will connect with your referrals post the completion of Round 2 of admissions, during the evaluation stage. You will need to complete and submit your application with the contact details of your referral, well before.
Masters’ Union will be reaching out to your referrals either through a telephonic conversation or through a questionnaire

Admission Policies

Test Score Validity Policy

The MU-BAAT scores will be valid only for the year in which the test was taken. The same goes for the CAT exam - we accept scores for the examinations conducted in the same academic year. You are free to submit GMAT/GRE scores as long as they are valid (validity period is 5 years for both exams).

Feedback Policy

If the applicant misses both the rounds of a particular intake, the application form and its entire contents will expire. At this point, the applicant will be required to complete a new application from scratch, for the next intake.

An application will only be evaluated once it is complete. If it is completed after the deadline, it will be reviewed for the next round or (in the case of last round applicants) the following intake.

Application Submission Policy

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each intake, and the confidentiality of the deliberations of the Admissions Committee, we would be unable to provide detailed individual feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Fees

Rounds	Admission Fee (Non-refundable)	Tuition Fee	Total Fee Payable
Round 1	Rs. 50,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 9,000/-	Rs. 21,06,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 3,79,080/-	Rs. 21,56,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 3,88,080/-
Round 2	Rs. 50,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 9,000/-	Rs. 22,62,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 4,07,160/-	Rs. 23,12,000/- (Add GST) Rs. 4,16,160/-

Scholarships

At Masters’ Union we believe that financial constraints should not pose any hindrance to someone’s academic aspirations. We have a fixed number of scholarships that we declare across both rounds of admission. For candidates keen on scholarship, we encourage you to submit your application early to allow for our admission counsellors to thoroughly review your scholarship case before presenting it to the admissions committee at the time of evaluation.

Karthik Ramanna Merit-Based Scholarships

The Karthik Ramanna Merit-based Scholarships extend financial support to candidates with exceptional academic records and professional accomplishments. These scholarships are offered as partial waivers of the tuition fee, as decided by the selection panel.

Eligibility

Exceptional academic record, test scores and professional accomplishments.

Rajni Thethi Scholarship for Women

The Rajni Thethi Scholarship for Women extends support to deserving female candidates with impressive academic and/or professional track record, along with the drive and potential to emerge as an industry leader.

Eligibility

Exceptional women candidates with significant achievements across domains.

Narendra Jadhav Diversity Scholarship

The Narendra Jadhav Diversity Scholarship scholarship aims at the inclusion of exceptional candidates from marginalized and underserved communities from the Indian subcontinent, such as the Northeast, Ladakh, Bhutan, and the tribal belts of the Indian hinterland.

Eligibility

Candidates from tribal communities within India, as well as mountain pockets like Ladakh, the Northeast, Nepal and Bhutan.

MU Scholarship for Technology Leaders

The MU Scholarship for Technology Leaders is for candidates who have demonstrated technology-oriented leadership either as students or in their jobs, through innovations, patents or research, and are looking to further their career prospects in the technology domain.

Eligibility

The candidate must submit a 250-400 word essay detailing a proven track record of accomplishments in the technology domain at the national or international level, and be prepared to substantiate it further at the interview stage.

Mukund Rajan India-Bound Scholarship

The Mukund Rajan India-Bound Scholarship is directed at Indian-origin candidates (i.e. PIO card-holders) who wish to engage with the Indian corporate sector, as well as Indian professionals currently based abroad, who wish to return to India in pursuit of a world-class education, that may help catapult their careers to newer heights

Eligibility

PIO card-holders and Indian citizens studying or working abroad.

MU Scholarship for Young Leaders

The MU Scholarship for Young Leaders aims to identify fresh graduates who have displayed exceptional drive and leadership potential through active participation in student-led committees, clubs and other initiatives while in college.

Eligibility

The candidate must submit a 250-400 word essay detailing the leadership roles(s) assumed by him/her and the quantifiable outcomes achieved.

MU Scholarship for Entrepreneurs

The MU Scholarship for Entrepreneurs scholarship funds candidates who have had entrepreneurial experience, with varying levels of success, and wish to gain more skills and academic perspectives to carry on with their line of work.

Eligibility

Entrepreneurial experience for over a year. Candidates must submit a 250-400 word essay describing their entrepreneurial journey. This will be used to evaluate their candidature.

Financing

The following financial institutions can provide loans for up to 95% of the programme fees to the admitted students.

Amount

95% of the total course fees

Interest Rate

Starting at 11.5% pa

Tenure

Up to 15 years

Moratorium

Course Period + Maximum of
optional 6 months

Insurance

Max Life Insurance

Processing Fee

Applicable as per Axis bank norms

Mr. Ankit jain
ankit.jain2@axisbank.com
9654611713

Amount

Up to 23.6 lakhs

Interest Rate

7.50%* onwards

Tenure

Up to 15 Years

Income tax Benefits

Available under Section 80E of Income
Tax Act 1961

Security

No Security Required

Online Application

Online Application Accepted

Quick Services

Quick and hassle-free services

Mr. Atesh Sharma
indiamba2020@hdfccredila.com
8588813295 / 6396544847

Amount

Up to Rs 25 lakhs

Interest Rate

7.75%

Tenure

Up to 144 months

Cost covered

Tuition & Living expenses

Moratorium

EMI/ SI/ Partial SI

Processing Fee

Rs 5000+taxes

Online Application

Online Application Accepted

Akshay Chaudhari
akshay.chaudhari1@idfcfirstbank.com
9058570232

Anuj Kumar
anuj.kumar9@idfcfirstbank.com
9718193604

Amount

Salaried Individuals: Up to Rs. 1 crore
Self-employed: Up to Rs. 3 crore with suitable collateral

Interest Rate

Starting from 9.6%, with a loan against
75% of the property value

Tenure

20 years

Moratorium

Pay only interest as EMI. Repay the principal
at the end of the tenor.

Security

Co-borrower required, Property on name
of self, Parents, Spouse.

Processing Fee

upto 1%** of the disbursal amount

customersalaried.lap1@bajajfinserv.in
customerloanagainstproperty@bajajfinserv.in
18002091999

Axis Bank

Amount

95% of the total course fees

Interest Rate

Starting at 11.5% pa

Tenure

Up to 15 years

Moratorium

Course Period + Maximum of
optional 6 months

Insurance

Max Life Insurance

Processing Fee

Applicable as per Axis bank norms

Mr. Ankit jain
ankit.jain2@axisbank.com
9654611713

HDFC CREDILA

Amount

Up to 23.6 lakhs

Interest Rate

7.50%* onwards

Tenure

Up to 15 Years

Income tax Benefits

Available under Section 80E of Income
Tax Act 1961

Security

No Security Required

Online Application

Online Application Accepted

Quick Services

Quick and hassle-free services

Mr. Atesh Sharma
indiamba2020@hdfccredila.com
8588813295 / 6396544847

IDFC FIRST Bank

Amount

Up to Rs 25 lakhs

Interest Rate

7.75%

Tenure

Up to 144 months

Cost covered

Tuition & Living expenses

Moratorium

EMI/ SI/ Partial SI

Processing Fee

Rs 5000+taxes

Online Application

Online Application Accepted

Akshay Chaudhari
akshay.chaudhari1@idfcfirstbank.com
9058570232

Anuj Kumar
anuj.kumar9@idfcfirstbank.com
9718193604

Bajaj Finance

Amount

Salaried Individuals: Up to Rs. 1 crore
Self-employed: Up to Rs. 3 crore with suitable collateral

Interest Rate

Starting from 9.6%, with a loan against
75% of the property value

Tenure

20 years

Moratorium

Pay only interest as EMI. Repay the principal
at the end of the tenor.

Security

Co-borrower required, Property on name
of self, Parents, Spouse.

Processing Fee

upto 1%** of the disbursal amount

customersalaried.lap1@bajajfinserv.in
customerloanagainstproperty@bajajfinserv.in
18002091999

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16 Months

Gurugram

Full Time

June, 2023

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Gurugram

Blended

January, 2023

4 Years

Gurugram

Full Time

January, 2023

12 Months

Hybrid

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200 Hours

Hybrid

Hands On

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Hybrid

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Hybrid

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Hybrid

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Cohort Statistics

25.7 Years

21 - 39 Years

705

3 Years

24.5 Years

21 - 39 Years

16%

3.7 Years

UG Colleges Represented

Former Employers

Fees

Scholarships

Karthik Ramanna Merit-Based Scholarships

Rajni Thethi Scholarship for Women

Narendra Jadhav Diversity Scholarship

MU Scholarship for Technology Leaders

Mukund Rajan India-Bound Scholarship

MU Scholarship for Young Leaders

MU Scholarship for Entrepreneurs

Financing

Axis Bank

HDFC CREDILA

IDFC FIRST Bank

Bajaj Finance

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